SYED KHATEEBUR RAHMAN
Senior Finance Analyst
Bangalore
Summary
Highly skilled finance professional with over 5 years of experience in accounts payable and financial management. Proven expertise in optimizing financial processes, managing vendor relationships, and driving team performance in high-pressure environments. Proficient in ERP systems (ServiceNow, Oracle) and advanced Excel, with a strong understanding of accounting principles, tax regulations, and internal controls. Adept at cash flow management, financial reporting, and process improvement, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and efficiency. Demonstrated ability to resolve discrepancies, oversee month-end and year-end closings, and foster cross-departmental collaboration to achieve organizational goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Finance Analyst (Lead)
7- Eleven Global Solution Center Inc
08.2022 - Current
- Supervise AP Team: Lead, mentor, and supervise the accounts payable team, providing guidance and training to junior staff as needed
- Workload Distribution: Allocate tasks and responsibilities across the team to ensure prompt processing and a balanced workload
- Performance Management: Monitor the performance of team members, conduct performance reviews, and provide feedback for improvement
- Problem Resolution: Address issues or escalations that arise within the team, including discrepancies, overdue payments, or vendor disputes
- Invoice Review & Approval: Ensure that all invoices are carefully reviewed, approved, and coded before being processed
- This includes verifying amounts, terms, and accounting codes
- Payment Scheduling: Oversee the scheduling and execution of payments to vendors, ensuring that payment terms are met, and cash flow is effectively managed
- Reconciliation: Reconcile vendor statements and accounts to ensure all invoices are accounted for and there are no discrepancies or unpaid balances
- Vendor Relations: Establish and maintain strong working relationships with vendors, addressing inquiries, disputes, or issues regarding payments or invoices
- Vendor Record Maintenance: Ensure vendor information is accurate and up to date in the financial system, including banking details and payment terms
- Financial Reporting: Prepare regular reports on accounts payable activities, such as outstanding payables, aging reports, and cash flow forecasts
- Month-End & Year-End Closing: Assist in the month-end and year-end closing process, ensuring all AP transactions are recorded accurately and on time
- Compliance & Controls: Ensure compliance with company policies, tax regulations, and accounting standards
- Help implement internal controls to prevent errors, fraud, or misuse
- Process Optimization: Identify opportunities to improve and streamline the accounts payable process for greater efficiency, accuracy, and cost savings
- Automation & Tools: Evaluate and implement recent technologies or software tools (e.g., ERP systems, automation solutions) to improve the efficiency of the accounts payable process
- Cash Flow Management: Help manage cash flow by coordinating payment schedules and keeping track of upcoming liabilities
- Cost Control: Work with management to ensure the AP process stays within budget and identify any opportunities to negotiate better payment terms with vendors
- Collaboration with Other Departments: Work closely with other departments, such as procurement, finance, and operations, to ensure a smooth flow of information and resolve issues quickly
- Assistance with Audits: Provide necessary documentation and assist internal or external auditors during financial audits
- Staff Training: Conduct ongoing training sessions for the AP team to ensure they are updated on policies, procedures, and best practices
Senior Finance Associate
EXL Services LTD
08.2019 - 03.2022
- Managed the end-to-end invoice processing, resolving errors and addressing client queries related to payments and invoice discrepancies
- Efficiently allocated daily indexing and invoice processing tasks to ensure smooth workflow
- Verified and accurately captured invoices for timely processing
- Coordinated vendor setup and ongoing maintenance to ensure vendor information was up to date
- Conducted vendor reconciliations to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies
- Ensured the timely and accurate completion of Accounts Payable activities, adhering to deadlines
- Led quality review processes to ensure accuracy in invoices processed by the team
- Maintained and organized vendor files, providing prompt responses to vendor inquiries
- Addressed Accounts Payable inquiries and resolved AP holds efficiently
- Managed month-end closing activities and prepared accrual reports
- Provided training and guidance to team members, fostering a collaborative and effective team environment
- Led discrepancy resolution efforts and responded to helpdesk inquiries via email
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Reva University
Skills
- Accounting & Financial Expertise
- Financial and Business Analysis
- Team Leadership
- Vendor Management
- Financial Reporting
- Forecasting
- ERP Systems (Oracle)
- ServiceNow
- OCR Tools
- Workflow Automation
- Data Analytics for Payables (Power BI, Tableau)
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication
- Budget Management
- Cost Analysis
- Financial Reporting
- Strategic Planning
- Compliance & Controls
- People Management
- Quality Management
- Risk Management
- Reporting Project KPIs
- FIFO
- SWOT
- LEAN
- Root Cause Analysis
- Six Sigma
- Workflow Management
- Compliance Auditing
- Internal Audits
- MS Office Suite
Hobbies and Interests
- Enthusiast and commitment to staying updated on strategic policies and diplomatic initiatives.
- Fluency in multiple languages like English, Hindi, Kannada, Telugu, Tamil, and Urdu.
- Open-minded and adventurous spirit in indulging in new environments.
- Ability to manage challenging situations and find peaceful resolutions to complex issues.
- Proven records in Football and Cricket with ability to work as part of a team.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 11/12/94
- Gender: Male
Timeline
Senior Finance Analyst (Lead)
7- Eleven Global Solution Center Inc
08.2022 - Current
Senior Finance Associate
EXL Services LTD
08.2019 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Reva University
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